“There are no limitations to the mind except those we acknowledge.”—Napoleon Hill
I was inspired by the story of Collette Divitto, a 26-year-old Boston woman with Down’s Syndrome (http://boston.cbslocal.com/2016/11/25/boston-woman-down-syndrome-cookie-business-dreams-big/). Ms. Divitto was repeatedly rejected by potential employers because “she wasn’t the right fit”. Determined, she has taken her fate in her own hands and is starting her own cookie business. I love it!
To often, we let others’ perceptions of our limitations get in the way of our own success. Stop! If this is you, ignore what others have to say and go with what you know you are capable of doing. Better yet, extend yourself beyond what even you believe you are capable of. You will like surprise everyone—including yourself.
Too often, we settle for less than we can dream because others want to hold us back. Nonsense! Dream big! “Can’t” is a weak word. “Can’t” will hold you back if you let it. Believe that you are capable.
I don’t know Collette, but I have known people like her. Sometimes we have to have someone with “limitations” show us the extent we are putting limitations on ourselves.
Don’t limit yourself. Let nothing impede your success. Others can tell you, “You can’t.” Don’t listen. Prove ‘em wrong. If you are saying to yourself, “I can’t”, well, there is no force of nature that will lead you to success. You’ve quit before you started.
Success can only come if you believe it. So, believe it!
Be your best today; be better tomorrow. Carpe momento!
“Our limitations and success will be based, most often, on your own expectations for ourselves. What the mind dwells upon, the body acts upon.”—Denis Waitley